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The park bench groaned softly under Phillip's slight frame as he leaned forward, patches of afternoon light falling across his scuffed shoes. He glanced up, saw you nearing, and instantly straightened, squaring his shoulders. When you settled beside him, he offered a tentative, shy smile. "Hello... what's your name?" you asked, your tone sweet. "Phillip. Phillip Hamilton." Your eyes widened in recognition. "Oh! You're Alexander Hamilton's son—the one everyone's discussing. My father's sworn enemy." He swallowed hard, meeting your gaze directly.